Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Puerto Princesa, Philippines

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Puerto Princesa...

Puerto Princesa is a beach in the Philippines. The water temperature around Puerto Princesa has low variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 26.4°C (79.6°F) in January up to 29.7°C (85.5°F) in the month of May, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Puerto Princesa is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Puerto Princesa?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Puerto Princesa is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Puerto Princesa?

Not many surf spots are located in proximity to Puerto Princesa. A spot that might be worth checking out is Pundakit, which is almost 352.4km (218.9miles) away from Puerto Princesa. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Pundakit and its water temperature. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out High 5 Lahar, which is 362km (224.8miles) away from Puerto Princesa. Another fun surfspot is High 5 Lahar, located approximately 362km (224.8miles) from Puerto Princesa.

Are there any other white sand beaches close by?

There are some beautiful beaches in close proximity to Puerto Princesa. The closest one is Snake Island, which is just 5.3km (3.3miles) away from Puerto Princesa. Another nice beach near Puerto Princesa is Honda Bay, which is 5.4km (3.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Puerto Princesa?

The average sea temperature at Puerto Princesa is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with no significant changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Puerto Princesa. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Puerto Princesa can be remarkably intense.

How is the diving and fishing close to Puerto Princesa?

Fishing and Scuba diving conditions change very little during the year. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (76-85°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Puerto Princesa: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Puerto Princesa...

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